Industry Announcements
Mission Produce releases FY 2023 Annual Sustainability Report
Mission Produce’s sustainability strategy centers around three pillars: people, products, and the planet.
April 01 , 2024
GENESIS FRESH’s new orange variety makes global debut
Onix has darker flesh, similar to the well-known Sanguinelli variety, but with a larger size. The cultivar has a much darker, reddish skin, and is being marketed as a cocktail mixer.
March 26 , 2024
Blueberry expert: 'Blue Madeira, Blue Manila and Blue Maldiva cope best with climate stress'
The blueberry cultivation expert, Prometeo Sanchez is committed to Planasa varieties, together with the development of abiotic and biotic stress maps and investment in infrastructures to mitigate the effects of the El Niño climate phenomenon.
March 19 , 2024
USDA releases tool for crop producers transitioning to organic
The TPP template helps producers who are beginning the organic transition process to develop the supporting documentation needed to qualify for services.
March 12 , 2024
Fresh del Monte reports highest gross profit since 2016
Yahoo Finance notes that Fresh Del Monte's performance analysis reveals a company adept at navigating the complexities of the global produce market.
February 28 , 2024
Driscoll’s takes significant stake in Australian giant, Costa Group
Costa Group's grower network spans every state of Australia, China, Morocco, and southern Africa. Costa products are sold in numerous countries worldwide, including Europe, the UK, Asia, and North America.
February 27 , 2024
Grocery union representing 30,000 workers first to endorse Kroger-Albertsons merger
Ann Poff, vice president of UFCW Local 555, said in a release, “Our workers would rather work for people who run grocery stores over online or big-box retailers.”
February 22 , 2024
Mexico exported 137,500 tons of avocados for the Super Bowl
This year was the second best year in terms of shipments of Mexican avocados for the Super Bowl with a total of 137,500 tons.
February 13 , 2024
IBO announces Driscoll’s Mario Steta as new chairman
Steta will succeed McPherson, formerly the general manager of Australian company Costa Group’s berry business, who held the IBO President’s position for eight years.
February 07 , 2024
Virú secures organics certification for acai fields
The crop has experienced a rise in interest during the past years, as consumers look for more health-oriented food choices and snacking options.
February 01 , 2024



